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Squid Game Season 3 Review and Feedback

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:56:00 +0000

This review of Squid Game Season 3, The Final Season, contains spoilers. If you have not watched the series yet, please stop here or proceed with caution.

"Do you still have faith in people?"

Squid Game Season 3: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Despair

Seasons 2 and 3 of Squid Game grapple with a central question: can humanity retain its goodness in a world consumed by greed? While this exploration could have been condensed into a single season, the expanded narrative allows for a more nuanced and impactful answer.

When the Front Man poses this pivotal question to Gi-Hun (Player 456), his hesitation is palpable. It's a question we all face: how do you maintain faith in people when you've witnessed betrayal and endless avarice?

Season 3, though potentially slower-paced for some viewers, introduces a crucial shift in the series' messaging. For die-hard fans accustomed to the brutal realities of the game, this might feel like a departure. However, it delivers a powerful lesson, aiming to douse the flames of despair. Squid Game has always been a stark portrayal of human greed, where individuals resort to murder for money. But what if, against all odds, hope and goodness emerge as the show's ultimate message? This subtle yet profound shift can have a lasting, subconscious effect on viewers.

The sacrifices depicted in Squid Game Season 3 serve as poignant moral lessons:

Anonymous Altruism: A player from the "gamers'" side saves a "game player's" life, allowing them to reunite with their daughter in complete anonymity. This highlights that true help doesn't require public acknowledgment; its value lies solely in the positive impact it has on the recipient.

Protecting the Future: A mother makes the ultimate sacrifice, killing her own son to save a newborn and its mother. This powerful act underscores the vital importance of safeguarding the next generation. For me, it resonates deeply with my environmental advocacy – our efforts today are crucial for ensuring a better future for those who come after us.

Gi-Hun's Ultimate Redemption: Player 456 sacrifices his own life for Player 222's baby. Why would he do this? As a father himself, he likely sees his own daughter in the child. Perhaps this sacrifice serves as an atonement for his past shortcomings as a parent, a final act to redeem his paternal role.

Squid Game Season 3 marks a significant change for the series, placing essential moral values at its forefront. It injects a positive message into a show that could otherwise leave viewers with a bleak outlook on humankind.

A striking contrast is drawn when Player 456 is given the chance to kill everyone in their sleep to escape with the child. Gi-Hun considers it but ultimately hesitates and stops. This stands in stark opposition to the Front Man, a past game winner who chose to slaughter everyone in their sleep. This powerful comparison reminds us that we always have a choice, even when we choose to ignore the better path, often prioritizing ourselves.

In Conclusion

As an empathic person, I truly appreciate Squid Game Season 3. While it may have diverged from the raw brutality of previous seasons, it makes a vital point in a world increasingly plagued by greed and discord, where many of us are losing faith in others.

I confess, I am one of those who struggles with that faith. After witnessing recent elections and seeing how some of my fellow Filipinos embrace corrupt and inept leaders, it's hard to believe in humanity's inherent good. However, Squid Game Season 3 offered a crucial realization: not all people are bad. We must hold onto faith in others, especially the younger generation and those to come, because hope will always be there, eventually turning into reality.

Thanks for reading. I respect if others disagree with my review, but I'm giving Squid Game Season 3 a 9/10 rating. My only minor gripe? The acting of the VIPs.

David D'Angelo

06/29/2025

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A PLEA FOR SOLIDARITY OF THE SAMBILOG - BALIK BUGSUK MOVEMENT WITH THE FILIPINO PEOPLE

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:56:00 +0000

We strongly condemn the accusations claiming that the SAMBILOG - Balik Bugsuk Movement (SBBM) is undermining a "long history of respect and unity" due to alleged "misconduct." SBBM is an organization of victims of corporate land grabbing and Martial Law abuses. Its members include Indigenous Palaw’an and Cagayanin from Bugsuk and Pandanan, Molbog from Mariahangin, and non-Indigenous fishers and farmers. The Balik Bugsuk Movement was formed in 1986 after the EDSA Revolution to resist corporate land grabbing. In 2000, SAMBILOG was established to combat Jewelmer Corporation’s “water grabbing.” By 2013, the two groups merged, creating the SAMBILOG - Balik Bugsuk Movement.

Check Out These Exclusive Glams Of The ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Cast

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:48:00 +0000

Still can't get over the recent talent stop for Avatar: The Last Airbender? We've got you covered. Check out these *cute* exclusive glam of Gordon Cormier and Dallas Liu, and MORE glam shots of the rest of the Avatar cast.

Yip yip! 🔥

Get to know the SM Foundation’s College Scholarship Program

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:27:00 +0000

A scholarship with 360 support

Get to know the SM Foundation’s College Scholarship Program

The SM Foundation, known for its commitment to empowering Filipino youth, opens its SM College Scholarship application once again, offering a 360 support system for deserving students from low-income households.

SM scholars unite. SM scholars from Metro Manila get the chance to bond and get to know the SM life during the general assembly at the Mall of Asia Complex.

Established by SM Group founder Henry Sy, Sr., the said education program goes beyond financial assistance. It provides a holistic experience that nurtures dreams, builds valuable skills, and fosters a sense of community.

BBM’s Food Stamp Program a rehash of the failed Kadiwa Program of the late Strongman Marcos will bring more hunger and disaster — PMCJ

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 12:58:00 +0000

[This is a published Press Release from the Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ]

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ) denounces “Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program,” the newly declared flagship program of the Bongbong Marcos Administration as it is only a rehash of the failed Kadiwa Program of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

Youth Climate Activists weave together fashion and resistance for upcoming Global Climate Strike

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:56:00 +0000

QUEZON CITY, September 12 – On September 15, Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP), the local branch of the Fridays for Future led by global climate activist Greta Thunberg, will hold a fashion show as part of its participation in the 2023 Global Climate Strike. The show is set to happen in Studio 72, Kalayaan Ave. in Quezon City.

Challenging Real Estate Games and More

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 13:46:00 +0000

Recently I am part of those who was laid off from work due to the current recession and mortgage crisis in the United States. While surfing online looking for new jobs I stumbled upon some free games that at first I thought would be a waste of my time but feeling tired of looking for jobs I tried them anyway.

5 TipsTo Create A Successful Budget

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 12:33:00 +0000

One of the hardest things to do is really have a sound budget every time your salary comes. This is one of the many problems I constantly face even now that I am at the age of 45. Just how do you budget correctly and which would come first among the many expenses and other things to pay for. Well, here are the 5 Tips To Create A Successful Budget.

Worldwide Internship Philippines, Now Known As EDIPHI

noreply@blogger.com (Ranneveryday) — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:42:00 +0000

Worldwide Internships-Philippines is proud to announce the launch of its new brand name and logo- EDIPHI.

Tips to Return to a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle After the Pandemic

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 01:24:00 +0000

The COVID-19 pandemic is still on the way of course but I think we can safely say that the worst is over. The worst part of the pandemic is the forced lockdowns which created an unhealthy lifestyle for most people. Some of us are forced to just be at home and watch television or do less strenuous tasks which leads to being overweight and for some even obese. How can you return to a healthy and fit lifestyle now that everything is getting back to normal? Here are some of our "Tips to Return to a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle After the Pandemic."

5 Tips to Manage Your Personal Loans

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:27:00 +0000

Many people are afraid of having loans. They view this as a big red flag in their life but the thing is loans can in some way help you if managed correctly. In a time of recession and when there are tons of online lending apps available and even some are malicious, you have to be very careful.

Let us share with you 5 TIPS TO MANAGE YOUR PERSONAL LOANS.

7 Ways to Effectively Manage Your Finances During An Economic Recession

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 07:10:00 +0000

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought almost every country in the world into an economic recession. Some countries, like Sri Lanka, the United States, and even China are suffering the worst economic period in modern times. This put us to the question of how can we still effectively manage our finances during such chaotic times.

Based on my personal experience here are 10 Ways To Effectively Manage Your Finances During an Economic Recession.

How to Negotiate a Better Mortgage Rate

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 02:09:00 +0000

Mortgage rates always seem to change and shift at random moments, and right now, they're lower than they have been in years. Because of this, homeowners who purchased their properties ten years ago are staring this rate down and considering what it means for them.

If you want a better mortgage rate so that you can save some money, here’s everything you need to consider.

Upfront with Jennie Villanueva on Baking Breads

noreply@blogger.com (Ranneveryday) — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:55:00 +0000

Here at The Life Trends Online Magazine, One of our goals is to #supportlocal businesses comprises getting to know the people behind them. Since food is one of the niches that we want to highlight, our featured local business for today is one of the best-tasting, homemade bread and pastries located in Malolos City, Bulacan. Today, we have got a chance to sit one-on-one with the pastry chef/lady baker behind Pandera Bakeshop and we have given some questions. Let's all meet Jennie Villanueva.

4 Tips for Exploring Your New City

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:37:00 +0000

Have you ever considered moving to Canada? Canada is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. From national parks to the Rocky Mountains to expansive lakes to the rugged Canadian shield, Canada is a photographer's dream! Canada has a booming job market and has the 10th largest economy in the world. The cost of living is high due to rising housing costs - St. Albert real estate is more cost-effective than Toronto. The further you get from downtown, the lower these prices go. If you decide to move to a new city, below are tips on how to explore your new city.

New He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Netflix

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 04:08:00 +0000

Are you ready for more He-Man action? He-Man is one of the most popular shows in the 90s and Netflix is bringing that nostalgia back.

Young He-Man and a new generation of The Masters of The Universe will unlock the power and battle Skeletor for the secrets of Castle Grayskull. He-Man and The Masters of The Universe come to Netflix on September 16th.

Watch Wheel of Time TV Series on Amazon

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 23:59:00 +0000

It has finally become a reality. After we first wrote regarding the prospects of a Wheel of Time TV Series, we are very excited. I for one, who had been an avid fan since its release had been waiting for a long time.

Wheel of Time TV Series had been finally confirmed and it will be airing on Amazon Prime starting November 2021. This concludes more than 2 years of preparing, shooting, and piecing together the world created by Robert Jordan in his New York Times best-selling book.

Netflix Review - The Uncanny Counter

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 01:47:00 +0000

I had been an avid watcher of Netflix and why not put that into good use by reviewing some of the series that is showing on the streaming platform. Let us start with our UNCANNY COUNTER REVIEW. (Watched Date: August 2021)

How to Take Control of Your Finances

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 02:47:00 +0000

Have you noticed that as your income grows, so thus your expenses? Have you been wondering why it seems you cannot save money despite increasing your source of income? How do you take control of your finances and achieve financial freedom?

I am a single dad with 3 kids and for so long these are the questions that I ask myself. Today, I will share with you some of the lessons I found out and learned about.

Former President Benigno "NoyNoy" Aquino Dies at 61

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 02:39:00 +0000

Former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III dies at 61 after being rushed to the Capitol Medical Center in Quezon City. The former president had been relatively out of the eye of the public since he stepped down from office in 2016, although he was always the object of negative and dirty slurs from the supporters of the current Duterte Administration.

Latest REAL WORLD data on vaccine EFFECTIVENESS

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Fri, 28 May 2021 03:22:00 +0000

Latest REAL WORLD data on vaccine EFFECTIVENESS (versus efficacy which is from clinical trials) shows that Pfizer, Sinovac and Astra are ALL EQUALLY effective in preventing symptomatic and severe disease.

Partners for Justice (Gumbeobnamnyeo/Investigation Couple) Korean Drama Review

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Tue, 11 May 2021 01:00:00 +0000

I had been into a lot of crime-solving and justice-related Korean drama lately and among them is Partners for Justice (Gumbeobnamnyeo). The literal translation is actually Investigation Couple, others even use Investigation Partners. This show is about a brilliant forensic doctor and a rookie prosecutor who works together to solve cases.

Is it a Good Time to Invest in Real Estate Now?

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 01:37:00 +0000

I had been contemplating and planning to buy our own family home for a very long time. Way back when I started my family we have our own home but due to difficulties, we had experienced we have to let it go. Now that there is an ongoing pandemic, perhaps like me, you are also wondering whether it is a good time to invest in real estate now.

Be IT Certified via SPOTO Club

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:49:00 +0000

Are you ready to be IT Certified and pass your exams? If you are then why not check out SPOTO Club, the leader of IT Certification Training. Spoto Answers are based on credible sources that simulate real exams. This means that by using them you have a greater chance of getting an IT Certification.

President Joe Biden inauguration speech transcript full text

noreply@blogger.com (David D'Angelo) — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:52:00 +0000

Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans.

This is America’s day.

This is democracy’s day.

A day of history and hope.

Of renewal and resolve.